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Old 11-15-2014, 09:57 PM
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Just yesterday I added a pair of 1A manual towing mirrors, marketed for the 08 - on my 02. They fit well and look good. They also road tested fine, no vibrations or optical imperfections. I'm happy with them.
 
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Originally Posted by sammy77
I looked into these mirrors for my '13 FX4. I was told I would not have the power fold feature on the Tow mirrors, unless I ran wiring to it. My FX4 does indeed have the power fold feature though for my regular mirrors. Is this true?

I don't need the switched telescoping feature, but folding is a must for me.
Not true assuming you currently have power fold.

If you do you want the ones in this link not the ones in a previous post that came with a switch for ones that currently do not have it.

2014 Ford F150 Truck Power Heated Smoked Style Signal Power - Folding Textured Dual Arm Towing Mirror Pair at 1A Auto.com

These say 2007 to 2014 direct replacements. Anything you currently have will still function. I PM them to verify that they are manually telescoping.

Careful when ordering there appear to be multiple part numbers depending on what options you currently have.
 
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Old 11-20-2014, 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by cford716
Not true assuming you currently have power fold.

If you do you want the ones in this link not the ones in a previous post that came with a switch for ones that currently do not have it.

2014 Ford F150 Truck Power Heated Smoked Style Signal Power - Folding Textured Dual Arm Towing Mirror Pair at 1A Auto.com

These say 2007 to 2014 direct replacements. Anything you currently have will still function. I PM them to verify that they are manually telescoping.

Careful when ordering there appear to be multiple part numbers depending on what options you currently have.



Thanks very much for the link. I never knew they had them plug and play.
 
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Old 11-23-2014, 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by cford716
Not true assuming you currently have power fold.

If you do you want the ones in this link not the ones in a previous post that came with a switch for ones that currently do not have it.
Please accept my apologies for causing confusion on the aforementioned previous link.
 
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Old 11-24-2014, 10:04 AM
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Please accept my apologies for causing confusion on the aforementioned previous link.


No problem.
 
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Originally Posted by NewXer
Please accept my apologies for causing confusion on the aforementioned previous link.
Thats ok, the site is a little confusing. There are several different mirrors. As in my case, I have a 2013 FX4 and am looking for the Super Duty style that came out in 2014 with the side marker/signal lights. In that case I am looking at the 2014 mirrors that I posted which include all the options that I currently have. The one thing I am not sure of are the puddle lights, I need to verify with them. I did send them a PM and confirmed that they are manual extension so you don't have to hassle with adding another switch for that.
 
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Originally Posted by NewXer
Mirrors are in and installed. I can not believe I waited this long.





Old Lariat mirrors





New towing mirrors.









They look great. Couple of questions. How much further out does the mirror stick out? Is the bottom convex adjustable? In the information about the mirror it says Does NOT include ambeant temperature sensor built in what does this mean? do I need to add something to it.
Found some on ebay from AM Auto parts on sale for $205 but was a little worried about the fit and finish over OEM parts
 

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1A Auto seems to be the only ones selling an aftermarket Super Duty style for the F-150.
 
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Originally Posted by BrassMonkey
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If you bought tow mirrors with more functions (puddle lights, signals, power adjust) they will just plug in and work. The other one that may not work is heat. If your truck has the defrost button it should work. If not you'd need to get a new climate control unit with defrost, then it will work.
I have a 2014 f150 XLT with just power mirrors no indicators, heat etc. I am going to be buying the tow mirrors with the turn signal indicator and heated glass. I am glad to hear all of the other functions will work as they should , just wondering where does one buy this climate control unit with defrost and what is it worth approximately?
 
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Originally Posted by Cruiser64
How much further out does the mirror stick out?
Measures 17.5 inches from the drivers side window. Don't know how far the old mirrors extend.

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Is the bottom convex adjustable?
Manually moves left or right as you face it. It does not move up or down.

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Does NOT include ambeant temperature sensor built in what does this mean?
I'm not sure what it means by ambient temperature sensor... could be a feature I'm not aware of. For me the heated mirror works great... push the button, and the top mirror clears (convex mirror is not heated).
 
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Originally Posted by NewXer
Measures 17.5 inches from the drivers side window. Don't know how far the old mirrors extend.



Manually moves left or right as you face it. It does not move up or down.



I'm not sure what it means by ambient temperature sensor... could be a feature I'm not aware of. For me the heated mirror works great... push the button, and the top mirror clears (convex mirror is not heated).




Ended up getting a pair from AM Auto ($205 shipped) and just love them, Thanks for your reply. Check your convex for movement if needed. When I got mine they were so far down that I could almost see the running boards but with two thumbs and some gentle pressure at the top of the convex I got it to move where I needed it. As far as the temperature sensor I found out the in some cars the ambient temp sensor in in the outside pass mirror but on our f150 it is located in the front grill. Side note I didn't have the puddle lights before but on the new mirrors they were there and they work like a champ. Very happy with the new hardware.
 
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Old 12-16-2014, 10:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Cruiser64
Side note I didn't have the puddle lights before but on the new mirrors they were there and they work like a champ. :-
Gotta admit the puddle lamps rock.
 
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I bought a set of aftermarket towing mirrors on ebay for about 280.00. Here is before and after of the truck.

BEFORE:




Stock mirrors with aftermarket chrome caps

AFTER:










After adding Chrome caps
 
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Looks good, I love mine. Whats the yellow project in the garage?
 
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